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Explain how the discovery of clay spinning beams at Arikamedu provides insights into the Sangam period.
Explain how the discovery of clay spinning beams at Arikamedu provides insights into the Sangam period.
The clay spinning beams found at Arikamedu serve as evidence of the weaving excellence during the Sangam period.
In Tamil, what term is used to refer to pottery makers?
In Tamil, what term is used to refer to pottery makers?
Pottery makers are called Kuyavars in Tamil.
Briefly outline the general process of pottery making as described in the text.
Briefly outline the general process of pottery making as described in the text.
Clay is mixed with water to form a mass, which is then shaped on a pottery wheel by hand. Finally, the shaped pottery is hardened in a fire kiln.
How does the selection of clay influence the methodology used in pottery making?
How does the selection of clay influence the methodology used in pottery making?
Name three different types of pottery mentioned in the text.
Name three different types of pottery mentioned in the text.
What was the primary purpose of the Mudhu Makkal Thazhi in ancient times?
What was the primary purpose of the Mudhu Makkal Thazhi in ancient times?
If you were an archaeologist, how could the study of Mudhu Makkal Thazhi contribute to understanding ancient Tamil society's social structure and beliefs?
If you were an archaeologist, how could the study of Mudhu Makkal Thazhi contribute to understanding ancient Tamil society's social structure and beliefs?
Describe how the presence of iron spinning tools at Adichanallur helps to confirm the use of dyeing techniques during the ancient period.
Describe how the presence of iron spinning tools at Adichanallur helps to confirm the use of dyeing techniques during the ancient period.
Based on the text, what roles did Arikamedu, Adichanallur, and Kodumanal play in the ancient industries of the region?
Based on the text, what roles did Arikamedu, Adichanallur, and Kodumanal play in the ancient industries of the region?
Explain the transformations that clay undergoes during the pottery-making process, from its raw state to the finished product.
Explain the transformations that clay undergoes during the pottery-making process, from its raw state to the finished product.
Flashcards
What are pottery makers called in Tamil?
What are pottery makers called in Tamil?
Pottery makers are called Kuyavars in Tamil.
What's the basic process of pottery making?
What's the basic process of pottery making?
Clay is kneaded with water, shaped on a wheel, and then hardened in a kiln.
What is Mudhu Makkal Thazhi?
What is Mudhu Makkal Thazhi?
Coffins used to bury the dead in ancient times.
List some types of pottery.
List some types of pottery.
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Study Notes
- Evidence of the dyeing process of the ancient era exists.
- Iron spinning bows were found at Adichanallur.
- Clay spinning beams were found at Arikamedu.
- Spinning rollers found at Kodumanal demonstrate the weaving excellence of the Sangam period.
Pottery Makers
- Pottery makers are called Kuyavars in Tamil.
Pottery Methodology
- Various techniques exist for making pottery.
- Method depends on the type of sand being used.
- Clay is used to make pots and pans.
- Clay is mixed with water to create a thick mass.
- The mass is put on a pottery wheel and formed by hand into various shapes and sizes.
- The soft, pliable pottery is then placed in a kiln to harden.
Types of Pottery
- Adichirpanai
- Water pots
- Uri pots
- Kathipaanai
- Porridge pots
- Steam pots
- and Black-Red pots
Mudhu Makkal Thazhi
- Mudhu Makkal Thazhi are coffins that were used to bury the dead in the ancient era.
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